General Manager – NEPEAN Engineering Pty LtdPrestons, NSW
Some leaders manage businesses. Others build them.
At NEPEAN™, we don’t hire caretakers. We back builders.For over 50 years, NEPEAN has challenged the standard — becoming a globally recognised, Australian-owned leader in mining equipment, industrial manufacturing and engineering solutions. We’ve built our name by taking on complex and different projects and earned an enviable reputation.Now, we’re handing the keys to the next chapter.This is a rare opportunity to step into the role of General Manager and shape the future of NEPEAN Engineering Pty Ltd — a business with deep capability, strong foundations, and serious runway for growth.
🔥 The OpportunityThis isn’t a maintenance role. It’s a growth mission.You’ll lead NEPEAN Engineering into its next era of innovation, expansion and commercial success from our modern Prestons facility.You will:Set the visionDrive the strategyOwn the numbersBuild the cultureCreate the momentumYou’ll have the backing of the broader NEPEAN portfolio — and the autonomy to build something exceptional. This is your chance to leave a legacy.
🧠 Who We’re Looking ForWe want a true entrepreneur in a leader’s seat.Someone who sees opportunity where others see complexity.Someone who can turn ideas into revenue.Someone who attracts customers and wins contracts.Someone with the technical and manufacturing credibility to win the trust of customers and make good business decisions.Someone who prefers to be hands on - not act like a “typical” executive.Someone who isn’t afraid to challenge “how we’ve always done it.”
You might have:Built or scaled a businessTransformed a divisionLaunched a new product lineSecured and delivered major contractsTaken calculated risks that paid off
You are:🚀 Innovative You solve complex problems with commercially smart solutions. You spot gaps in the market and move fast to capture them.
⚡ Disruptive (in the best way) You challenge the status quo. You make decisive, calculated calls. You think long-term and build competitive advantage.
📈 Outcome-Driven Strategy isn’t theory for you — it’s execution. You deliver revenue growth, margin improvement and sustainable performance.
🌱 A Culture Builder You create high-performance environments. You align people to vision. You lift standards. You make teams better than they thought they could be.
💡 Why This Role is DifferentThis isn’t just a job. It’s a platform.You’ll have:A respected brand with 50+ years of credibilityEstablished engineering and manufacturing capabilityStrong internal networks across the NEPEAN portfolioThe freedom to innovateThe mandate to growIf you’ve ever wanted to run a business without starting from scratch — this is your moment.
🎯 For the AmbitiousIf you’re looking for comfort, this isn’t it. If you’re looking for impact, ownership and growth — welcome.At NEPEAN, innovation is encouraged. Careers are developed. Standards are challenged. Results matter.
Build something that outlasts you. Unlock your potential. Challenge the standard.
Apply now: hr.services@nepean.com (https://nepeanengineering.com.au/ )